1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1966 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1966 Ford Cortina is newer by 13 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 51 more horse power than 1966 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1966 Ford Cortina. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Cortina. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1966 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TC 21 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 36 L |
