1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 56 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, 2008 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TB 21 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
