1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 57 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TB 21 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TB 21 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
