1949 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2003 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Alvis TA 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2003 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2003 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Alvis TA 14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alvis TA 14 | 2003 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Alvis | Land Rover |
| Model | TA 14 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
