1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 1959 Steyr 500 is newer by 7 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 75 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Alvis | Steyr |
| Model | TB 21 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1850 mm |
