1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 21 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 30 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TC 21 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
