1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 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 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 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 | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Alvis | Rover |
| Model | TB 21 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
