1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1964 Volvo 220 is newer by 11 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 18 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TB 21 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
