1957 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1970 Toyota Crown is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Crown (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 161 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown.
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, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alvis TC 108 G | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Alvis | Toyota |
Model | TC 108 G | Crown |
Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |