1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 55 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 23 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Alvis | Smart |
Model | TA 21 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 33 L |