1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1965 Maserati Mistral is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TC 21 | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Alvis | Maserati |
| Model | TC 21 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 325 Nm |
| 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 | 1440 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
