1967 Alvis TF vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 37 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 61 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Alvis | Ford |
Model | TF | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |