1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1970 Ford 17
To start off, 1970 Ford 17 is newer by 17 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 33 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1970 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TB 21 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
