1958 Alvis TD vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 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 27 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 415 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2003 Toyota Corolla, 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TD | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
