1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 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, 1995 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla 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 348 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1954 Alvis TC 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Alvis TC 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TC 21 | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alvis | Toyota |
Model | TC 21 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |