1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1954 Alvis TA 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Alvis TA 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TA 21 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
