1953 Alvis TC vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 28 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, 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair 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. 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1981 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Alvis | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TC | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
