1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 60 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, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Alvis | Smart |
| Model | TB 21 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
