1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 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 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alvis | Seat |
| Model | TC 21 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
