1958 Alvis TD vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1979 Avanti Avanti is newer by 21 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 155 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD. 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Alvis | Avanti |
| Model | TD | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
