1956 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1947 Austin 16
To start off, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 135 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alvis TC 108 G | 1947 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Alvis | Austin |
| Model | TC 108 G | 16 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
