1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Alvis | Land Rover |
Model | TA 21 | Defender |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |