1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 50 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Alvis | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TB 21 | Dion |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
