1958 Alvis TD vs. 2001 Tata E
To start off, 2001 Tata E is newer by 43 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, 2001 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Tata E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata E. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 2001 Tata E | |
| Make | Alvis | Tata |
| Model | TD | E |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
