1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1976 Volvo 343
To start off, 1976 Volvo 343 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, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 343.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1976 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TB 21 | 343 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
