1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 32 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 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 140 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Alvis | Mazda |
Model | TC 21 | 929 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |