1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1954 Alvis TC 21
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1954 Alvis TC 21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | Giulia | TC 21 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
