1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1954 Fiat 1400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Alvis | Fiat |
| Model | TB 21 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
