1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 41 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon 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 193 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1955 Alvis TC 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Alvis TC 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Alvis | Hyundai |
| Model | TC 21 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
