1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 54 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 18 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TB 21 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
