1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 58 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, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Insight, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TC 21 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TC 21 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
