1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 40 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TB 21 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
