1995 Acura Legend vs. 1953 Alvis TA 21
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TA 21.
Because 1953 Alvis TA 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Alvis TA 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TA 21. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1953 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1953 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1953 Alvis TA 21 | |
| Make | Acura | Alvis |
| Model | Legend | TA 21 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
