1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1951 Alvis TA 21
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 19 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, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 818 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1951 Alvis TA 21 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alvis |
| Model | 1300 | TA 21 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2840 mm |
