1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 57 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
