1958 Alvis TD vs. 1998 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1998 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 40 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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta, 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 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 1998 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Alvis | Fiat |
Model | TD | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |