1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1951 Alvis TA 21
To start off, 1957 Alpine A 106 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1951 Alvis TA 21 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alvis |
| Model | A 106 | TA 21 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 64 L |
