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Alvis TC 21 1954

General information

ModelAlvis TC 21
Year1954
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating55 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2993 ccm (182.63 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2993 ccm (182.63 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power101.00 PS (74 kW or 100 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque221.00 Nm (22.5 kgf-m or 163.0 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 90.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)
0-50 miles10.9 seconds
0-60 miles16.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0704 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4740 litres (1,252 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1440 kg (3,174.7 pounds)
Overall length4630 mm (182.3 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1580 mm (62.2 inches)
Wheelbase2840 mm (111.8 inches)
Fuel capacity64.0 litres (16.91 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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