1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 44 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, 1996 Proton 400 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Alvis | Proton |
| Model | TB 21 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
