1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 57 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 417 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 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso 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 | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Alvis | SsangYong |
| Model | TA 21 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
