1953 Alvis TC vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 20 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Alvis | Chrysler |
| Model | TC | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
