1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 59 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Alvis | Mazda |
| Model | TB 21 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
