1949 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 62 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1286 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 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Alvis | Land Rover |
| Model | TA 14 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
