1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1965 Lancia Flavia is newer by 13 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 15 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Alvis | Lancia |
| Model | TB 21 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
