1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 42 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 21 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Alvis TC 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alvis | Lada |
Model | TC 21 | Niva |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |