1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TB 21 | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TB 21 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
