1958 Alvis TD vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 116 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 459 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
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 TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Alvis | Fiat |
| Model | TD | 124 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
