1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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 38 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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 | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Alvis | Subaru |
| Model | TA 21 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
