1958 Alvis TD vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 1988 Honda Integra is newer by 30 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, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 405 kg more than 1988 Honda Integra.
Because 1958 Alvis TD 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 TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra, 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 TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TD | Integra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
