1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Charger is newer by 18 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger 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 75 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Alvis | Chrysler |
| Model | TC 21 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| 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 | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
