1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1956 Alvis TC 108 G
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 445 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1956 Alvis TC 108 G | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
Model | Giulia | TC 108 G |
Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |