1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
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, 1969 Dodge Dart (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Dodge | Alvis |
| Model | Dart | TD |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
