1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
