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Alvis TD 21 1959

General information

ModelAlvis TD 21
Year1959
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
Transmission3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2993 ccm (182.63 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power118.7 PS (87 kW or 117 HP) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Max torque221.00 Nm (22.5 kgf-m or 163.0 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Gearbox3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed169.0 km/h (105.0 mph)
0-50 miles9.3 seconds
0-60 miles13.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0835 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4690 litres (1,239 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (472.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1425 kg (3,141.6 pounds)
Overall length4790 mm (188.6 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2840 mm (111.8 inches)
Fuel capacity64.0 litres (16.91 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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