1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 58 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 22 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Alvis | Smart |
| Model | TB 21 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1867 mm |
