1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1953 Alvis TA 21
To start off, 1959 AC Greyhound is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1953 Alvis TA 21 | |
Make | AC | Alvis |
Model | Greyhound | TA 21 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |