1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 24 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1955 Alvis TC 21. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has automatic transmission and 1955 Alvis TC 21 has manual transmission. 1955 Alvis TC 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Alvis | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TC 21 | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
