1956 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 1981 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 630 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Alvis TC 108 G is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alvis TC 108 G | 1981 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TC 108 G | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1333 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2330 mm |
