1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 31 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, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1985 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TC 21 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alvis | Talbot |
| Model | TC 21 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
