1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 49 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, 2001 Kia Carens (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Alvis | Kia |
| Model | TB 21 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
