1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2002 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2002 Opel Zafira is newer by 48 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, 2002 Opel Zafira (102 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Zafira 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 58 kg more than 2002 Opel Zafira.
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, 2002 Opel Zafira, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 2002 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Alvis | Opel |
| Model | TA 21 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
