1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 40 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, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 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 265 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alvis | Rover |
| Model | TC 21 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
