1958 Alvis TD vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky 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 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 96 kg more than 2007 Saturn Sky.
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 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 2007 Saturn Sky has automatic transmission and 1958 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1958 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Sky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Alvis | Saturn |
| Model | TD | Sky |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
