1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 40 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, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour 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 | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TB 21 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
