1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 1950 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TA 21 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alvis | Rover |
| Model | TA 21 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
