1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 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 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Alvis | Xedos |
| Model | TB 21 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
