1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1989 Toyota Lexcen 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen 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 118 kg more than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TA 21. 1989 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 1954 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1954 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Alvis | Toyota |
Model | TA 21 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |