1958 Alvis TD vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 34 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 125 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.
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, 1992 Honda Legend, 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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1992 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TD | Legend |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
