1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 13 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 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 931 kg more than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Alvis | Autobianchi |
| Model | TC 21 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1850 mm |
