1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 39 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, 1993 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 100 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 570 kg more than 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TC 21 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
Make | Alvis | Rover |
Model | TC 21 | 100 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |