1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 56 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper 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 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alvis | Mini |
| Model | TB 21 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
