1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1954 Alvis TA 21
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 38 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ 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 68 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1954 Alvis TA 21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | RZ | TA 21 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
