1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2003 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 49 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 30 more horse power than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 628 kg more than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon, 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 2003 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Alvis | Kia |
| Model | TA 21 | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
