1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 48 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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire 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 241 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire, 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) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TC 21 | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Alvis | Pontiac |
| Model | TC 21 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
