1967 Alvis TF vs. 1974 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF 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 69 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 549 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1974 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
| Model | TF | Vega |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
