1950 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alvis TB 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TB 21 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Alvis | Land Rover |
| Model | TB 21 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
