1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 53 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, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Alvis | Smart |
| Model | TB 21 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1820 mm |
