1953 Alvis TC vs. 1971 Austin 3
To start off, 1971 Austin 3 is newer by 18 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, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 55 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1971 Austin 3 | |
| Make | Alvis | Austin |
| Model | TC | 3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
