1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1967 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1967 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 12 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 82 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. 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, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Alvis | Mitsubishi |
Model | TC 21 | 500 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2070 mm |