1967 Alvis TF vs. 1967 Austin 1300
To start off, both 1967 Alvis TF and 1967 Austin 1300 were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 91 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 696 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alvis TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alvis TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1967 Austin 1300 | |
| Make | Alvis | Austin |
| Model | TF | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 36 L |
