1953 Alvis TC vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 21 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, 1953 Alvis TC (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 421 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Alvis | Simca |
| Model | TC | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
