1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1956 Wartburg 311 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. 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 68 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alvis | Wartburg |
Model | TC 21 | 311 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |