1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 50 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 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 627 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.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 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 | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TA 21 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
