1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2007 Citroen C1
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 55 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 24 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 2007 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Alvis | Citroen |
| Model | TB 21 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 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 | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
