1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1956 Peugeot 203 is newer by 4 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, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Alvis | Peugeot |
| Model | TB 21 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
