1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1990 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1990 Dodge Omni is newer by 36 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, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 423 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Dodge Omni, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1990 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Alvis | Dodge |
| Model | TA 21 | Omni |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
