1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1965 MG MGB
To start off, 1965 MG MGB is newer by 12 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 11 more horse power than 1965 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1965 MG MGB. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1965 MG MGB | |
Make | Alvis | MG |
Model | TC 21 | MGB |
Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2320 mm |