1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo 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 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Alvis | Kia |
| Model | TB 21 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
