1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 49 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 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 84 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300.
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, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alvis TC 21 | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Alvis | Mazda |
Model | TC 21 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |