1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2002 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2002 Kia Shuma is newer by 50 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, 2002 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Alvis | Kia |
| Model | TB 21 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
