1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
