1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1972 Triumph 2000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 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 10 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1972 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Alvis | Triumph |
| Model | TA 21 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
