1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TA 21 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
