1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Alvis TC 108 G
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 85 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Alvis TC 108 G | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | Spider | TC 108 G |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
