1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1953 Alvis TC
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1953 Alvis TC. 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, 1953 Alvis TC (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1953 Alvis TC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | Alfa 6 | TC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
