1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1955 Alvis TC 21
To start off, 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 2 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) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1955 Alvis TC 21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | Giulietta | TC 21 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2840 mm |
