1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 42 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 46 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 738 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TA 21 | Today |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
