1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1951 Alvis TA 21
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 36 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate 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 198 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1951 Alvis TA 21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | Graduate | TA 21 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
