1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 17 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, 1968 Ford Escort (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (145 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TB 21 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TB 21 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
