1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1963 Toyota Publica 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 62 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TB 21 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2140 mm |
