1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2000 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 713 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Alvis TA 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Alvis TA 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TA 21 | 2000 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Alvis | Fiat |
| Model | TA 21 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
