1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. Both 1955 Alvis TC 21 and 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 105 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Alvis | Austin-Healey |
| Model | TC 21 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
