1953 Alvis TC vs. 1991 Honda NSX
To start off, 1991 Honda NSX is newer by 38 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, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Honda NSX.
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, 1991 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1991 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TC | NSX |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
