1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1953 Alvis TB 21
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 36 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, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1953 Alvis TB 21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | Alfasud | TB 21 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
