1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
