1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado 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 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado 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 | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
