1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 is newer by 30 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 30 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 Fiat 131. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Alvis | Fiat |
| Model | TC 21 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
