1957 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 55 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 85 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alvis TC 108 G | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Alvis | Toyota |
Model | TC 108 G | Hilux |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3090 mm |