1958 Alvis TD vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 52 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, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 273 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
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, 2010 Honda Fit, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit. 2010 Honda Fit 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. 2010 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TD | Fit |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
