1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alvis | Kia |
| Model | TB 21 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
