1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1953 Alvis TB 21
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 14 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1953 Alvis TB 21 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
Model | GTA | TB 21 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |