1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 28 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 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
