1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic 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 188 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TC 21 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TC 21 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
