1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 55 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, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 44 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.
Because 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TC 21 | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TC 21 | Element |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
