1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 60 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 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 363 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alvis | Fiat |
Model | TC 21 | 500 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |