1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 52 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 198 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 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TA 21 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
