1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1965 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1965 Simca Ariane 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 29 more horse power than 1965 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca Ariane.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca Ariane. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1965 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Alvis | Simca |
| Model | TB 21 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
