1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 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 38 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
