1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1958 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1958 Fiat 1200 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, 1953 Alvis TC 21 (100 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1958 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Alvis | Fiat |
Model | TC 21 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |