1953 Alvis TC vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1990 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 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 56 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 665 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Alvis TC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Alvis TC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alvis | Opel |
| Model | TC | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
