1953 Alvis TC vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 48 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TC | Golf |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
