1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 24 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett 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 485 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. 1978 Isuzu Bellett has automatic transmission and 1954 Alvis TC 21 has manual transmission. 1954 Alvis TC 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Isuzu Bellett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TC 21 | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Alvis | Isuzu |
| Model | TC 21 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
