1967 Alvis TF vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 9 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Alvis | Chrysler |
| Model | TF | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
