1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1962 Austin A 99
To start off, 1962 Austin A 99 is newer by 7 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 Alvis TC 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 221 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1962 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Alvis | Austin |
| Model | TC 21 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
