1959 AC Aceca vs. 1950 Alvis TA 21
To start off, 1959 AC Aceca is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 558 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 1950 Alvis TA 21 | |
| Make | AC | Alvis |
| Model | Aceca | TA 21 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
