1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 48 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 43 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |
