1953 Alvis TC vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 52 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (153 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alvis | Mazda |
Model | TC | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |