1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TB 21 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
