1950 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1973 Ford Escort
To start off, 1973 Ford Escort is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm). This means 1950 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TB 21 | 1973 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TB 21 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
