1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
