1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2003 MG XPower
To start off, 2003 MG XPower is newer by 50 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG XPower (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG XPower weights approximately 105 kg more than 1953 Alvis TC 21. 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, 2003 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 MG XPower 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 | 2003 MG XPower | |
| Make | Alvis | MG |
| Model | TC 21 | XPower |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
