1953 Alvis TC vs. 2003 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 50 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, 2003 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2003 Ford Mondeo, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 2003 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TC | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
