1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1953 Alvis TC 21. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1953 Alvis TC 21 has manual transmission. 1953 Alvis TC 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alvis | Fiat |
| Model | TC 21 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
