1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 272 kg more than 1954 Alvis TA 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Alvis | Mazda |
Model | TA 21 | MPV |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |