1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 56 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 302 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 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
| Model | TA 21 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
