1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 11 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Alvis | Suzuki |
| Model | TB 21 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
