1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1958 Alvis TC 108 G
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 445 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1958 Alvis TC 108 G | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | Junior | TC 108 G |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
