1977 Ford Granada vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 19 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 8 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
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 TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada. 1958 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Ford | Alvis |
| Model | Granada | TD |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
