1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 26 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville 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 | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alvis | Cadillac |
| Model | TB 21 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
