1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Skoda L 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, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alvis | Skoda |
| Model | TC 21 | L |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
