1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Alvis | Austin-Healey |
Model | TC 21 | 100 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |