1957 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 37 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 255 kg more than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. 1994 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1957 Alvis TC 108 G has manual transmission. 1957 Alvis TC 108 G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alvis TC 108 G | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TC 108 G | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2930 mm |
