1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 48 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, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Alvis TB 21 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Alvis | Ford |
Model | TB 21 | Contour |
Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |