1958 Alvis TD vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 49 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 195 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Alvis | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TD | Colt |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2970 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
