1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo is newer by 58 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 11 more horse power than 2011 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Combo.
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, 2011 Opel Combo, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC 21 | 2011 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Alvis | Opel |
| Model | TC 21 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
