1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alvis | Mini |
| Model | TB 21 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
