1958 Alvis TD vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 38 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, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40. 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, 1996 Volvo V40, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TD | V40 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
