1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 51 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, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
