1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 55 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 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 370 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
| Model | TA 21 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
