1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1958 Trabant P 50 is newer by 6 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 73 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Alvis | Trabant |
| Model | TB 21 | P 50 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
