1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 60 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alvis | Daihatsu |
| Model | TA 21 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
