1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 48 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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba 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 300 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1953 Alvis TC 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Alvis TC 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC 21 | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Alvis | Seat |
| Model | TC 21 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
