1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 1996 Xedos 6 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 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Xedos 6 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 310 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6.
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 Xedos 6, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6. 1996 Xedos 6 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. 1996 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Alvis | Xedos |
| Model | TC 21 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
