1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TB 21 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| 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 | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
