1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 47 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1951 Alvis TA 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Alvis | Tatra |
| Model | TA 21 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |
