1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 60 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TB 21 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1976 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2489 mm |
