1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1970 Ford Cortina 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TB 21 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
