1953 Alvis TC vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1964 Ford Zodiac is newer by 11 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. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 165 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TC | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
