1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 42 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude 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 69 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TC 21 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| 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 | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
