1958 Alvis TD vs. 1998 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar 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 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar.
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 Ford Telstar, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1998 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TD | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
