1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1951 Alvis TB 21 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alvis TB 21 (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TB 21 | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Alvis | Morris |
| Model | TB 21 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
