1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 1957 Holden FE is newer by 5 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 31 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1957 Holden FE | |
| Make | Alvis | Holden |
| Model | TB 21 | FE |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
