1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, both 1955 Alvis TC 21 and 1955 Citroen 2CV were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 892 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Alvis TC 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Alvis | Citroen |
| Model | TC 21 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
