1953 Alvis TC vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1966 Rover P5 is newer by 13 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 295 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.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5. 1966 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1953 Alvis TC has manual transmission. 1953 Alvis TC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Alvis | Rover |
| Model | TC | P5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
