1966 Alvis TF vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 1966 Alvis TF is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120.
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, 1966 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alvis TF | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TF | 120 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
