1956 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1960 Land Rover 88 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alvis TC 108 G | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | Alvis | Land Rover |
Model | TC 108 G | 88 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 222 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |