1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TB 21 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
