1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 57 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TA 21. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1954 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1954 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TA 21 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
