1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 47 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Alvis | Renault |
| Model | TB 21 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
