1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 55 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Alvis | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TB 21 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
