1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1963 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1963 Fiat 1500 is newer by 11 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 17 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1963 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Alvis | Fiat |
| Model | TB 21 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
