1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TB 21 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
