1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart 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 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alvis | Dodge |
| Model | TC 21 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
