1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 56 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, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva 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, 2011 Lada Niva 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, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alvis | Lada |
| Model | TC 21 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
