1957 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1978 Vauxhall Chevette 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 48 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 560 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alvis TC 108 G | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Alvis | Vauxhall |
| Model | TC 108 G | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
