1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 27 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 39 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
