1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1958 Alvis TC 108 G
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 110 is newer by 19 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 9 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 685 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 110 | 1958 Alvis TC 108 G | |
Make | Alpine | Alvis |
Model | A 110 | TC 108 G |
Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |