1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1974 Lotus Eclat is newer by 21 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Alvis | Lotus |
| Model | TB 21 | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
