1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 52 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, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TB 21 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
