1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1960 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1960 Ford Prefect is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TB 21 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 56 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TB 21 | 1960 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TB 21 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2220 mm |
