1967 Alvis TF vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 22 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 93 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 768 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. 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, 1989 Ford Festiva, 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TF | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2300 mm |
