1953 Alvis TC vs. 2000 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 95 kg more than 1953 Alvis TC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Alvis TC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 2000 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alvis | Dodge |
| Model | TC | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
