1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 49 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, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 135 kg more than 1954 Alvis TC 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1954 Alvis TC 21 has manual transmission. 1954 Alvis TC 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TC 21 | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Alvis | SsangYong |
Model | TC 21 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |