1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Alvis | Austin-Healey |
| Model | TB 21 | Tickford |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
