1953 Alvis TC vs. 1952 Austin A 40
To start off, 1953 Alvis TC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alvis TC (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 463 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. 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, 1953 Alvis TC (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC | 1952 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Alvis | Austin |
Model | TC | A 40 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |