1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1987 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1987 Holden Commodore is newer by 34 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, 1987 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Commodore 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 220 kg more than 1987 Holden Commodore.
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, 1987 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC 21. 1987 Holden Commodore 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. 1987 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1987 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Alvis | Holden |
| Model | TC 21 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
