1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 54 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 198 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1951 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1951 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TA 21 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |
