1958 Alvis TD vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 1973 Holden UTE is newer by 15 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 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD.
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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 1973 Holden UTE has automatic transmission and 1958 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1958 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Holden UTE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Alvis | Holden |
| Model | TD | UTE |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
