1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 29 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TB 21 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TB 21 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
