1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 35 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alvis | Lotus |
| Model | TB 21 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
