1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1959 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 4 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alvis TC 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Alvis | Jeep |
| Model | TC 21 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2060 mm |
