1953 Alvis TC vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1979 Opel Ascona is newer by 26 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, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 353 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alvis | Opel |
| Model | TC | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
