1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1954 Alvis TA 21
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 8 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 228 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1954 Alvis TA 21 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
Model | 2600 | TA 21 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
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 Weight | 1220 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |