1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2009 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 is newer by 58 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 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 268 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000.
Because 2009 Mazda B4000 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, 2009 Mazda B4000 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, 2009 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B4000 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 | 2009 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Alvis | Mazda |
| Model | TA 21 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
