1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1960 MG MGA is newer by 7 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Alvis | MG |
Model | TC 21 | MGA |
Year Released | 1953 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |