1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 16 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 76 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alvis | Autobianchi |
| Model | TC 21 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 105 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 | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 22 L |
