1958 Alvis TD vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 40 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alvis TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alvis | Subaru |
| Model | TD | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
