1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 1976 Volvo 260 is newer by 24 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, 1976 Volvo 260 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TB 21 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
