1967 Alvis TF vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 1979 Ford Escort is newer by 12 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 105 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 679 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1979 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TF | Escort |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
