1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 61 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TB 21 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2712 mm |
