1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1953 Alvis TB 21
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 10 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1953 Alvis TB 21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | Giulia | TB 21 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
