1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 58 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, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic 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 223 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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, 2013 Honda Civic, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alvis TC 21 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alvis | Honda |
Model | TC 21 | Civic |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |