1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1954 Alvis TC 21
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 44 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1954 Alvis TC 21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | 145 | TC 21 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
