1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 52 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 20 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Alvis | Mazda |
| Model | TA 21 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
