1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 56 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato 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 500 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2010 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TC 21 | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alvis | Fiat |
| Model | TC 21 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
