1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 47 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, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 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 578 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
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, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Alvis | Vauxhall |
Model | TA 21 | VX220 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |