1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TB 21 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TB 21 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
