1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 58 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento 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 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alvis | Kia |
| Model | TB 21 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2497 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 | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
