1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC 21.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Alvis TC 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alvis | Toyota |
Model | TC 21 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 180 L |