1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 1967 Seat 600 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 81 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1967 Seat 600 | |
Make | Alvis | Seat |
Model | TC 21 | 600 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |