1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1951 Alvis TA 21 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster 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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Alvis | Jeep |
| Model | TA 21 | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
