1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1988 Toyota Century
To start off, 1988 Toyota Century is newer by 33 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 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Century weights approximately 350 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, 1988 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alvis TC 21. 1988 Toyota Century 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. 1988 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1988 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TC 21 | Century |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
