1953 Alvis TC vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. Both 1953 Alvis TC and 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 17 kg more than 1953 Alvis TC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TC (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Alvis | Austin-Healey |
| Model | TC | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
