1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1951 Alvis TB 21
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alvis TB 21 (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1951 Alvis TB 21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | Alfasud | TB 21 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
