1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 54 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 134 kg more than 1950 Alvis TA 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TA 21 | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Alvis | Land Rover |
| Model | TA 21 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
