1953 Alvis TC vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Alvis | Morgan |
Model | TC | 4 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |