1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra 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, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TB 21 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
