1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 45 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari 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 | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alvis | GMC |
| Model | TB 21 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
