1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 50 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, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 12 kg more than 1955 Alvis TC 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alvis TC 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon 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 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Alvis | Seat |
Model | TC 21 | Leon |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |