1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 56 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21. 2007 Chevrolet Express 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. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
| Model | TA 21 | Express |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
