1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 46 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, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TB 21 | Z |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
