1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 43 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Alvis | Hyundai |
| Model | TB 21 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
