1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 43 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX 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 110 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Alvis TC 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TC 21 | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TC 21 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
