1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 30 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 383 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Because 1958 Alvis TC 108 G is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TC 108 G | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TC 108 G | Carina |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
