1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1980 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1980 Ford Taunus is newer by 25 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) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Ford Taunus. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Ford Taunus. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1980 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TC 21 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
