1949 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 60 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1949 Alvis TA 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1949 Alvis TA 14 has manual transmission. 1949 Alvis TA 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alvis TA 14 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alvis | Land Rover |
| Model | TA 14 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
