1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1988 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 37 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 62 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TB 21 | 1988 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Alvis | Citroen |
| Model | TB 21 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
