1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1964 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 12 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, 1964 Volvo P 1800 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TB 21 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
