1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1963 Ford Consul
To start off, 1963 Ford Consul 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 46 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1963 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TB 21 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
