1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1982 Honda Civic
To start off, 1982 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 1982 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1982 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TB 21 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |
