1967 Alvis TF vs. 1957 Austin A 35
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 860 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1957 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Alvis | Austin |
| Model | TF | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 26 L |
