1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 40 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 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 220 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TC 21 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alvis | Mazda |
| Model | TC 21 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
