1957 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 21 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, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alvis TC 108 G | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TC 108 G | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
