2000 AC Aceca vs. 1953 Alvis TC 21
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 75 kg more than 1953 Alvis TC 21. 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, 2000 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1953 Alvis TC 21 | |
Make | AC | Alvis |
Model | Aceca | TC 21 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |