1967 Alvis TF vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran 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 51 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 23 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF.
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 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
Model | TF | Touran |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |