1967 Alvis TF vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 38 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 548 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 1996 Honda Civic, 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TF | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
