1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 93 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alvis | Toyota |
Model | TA 21 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |