1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 35 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 17 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TB 21 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TB 21 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
