1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 8 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Alvis | Lancia |
Model | TC 21 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |