1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 57 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, 2010 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TB 21 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1785 mm |
