1966 Alvis TF vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alvis TF 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 64 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alvis TF | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Carina |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
