1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1973 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1973 Ford Cortina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 375 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. 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, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TC 108 G | 1973 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TC 108 G | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
