1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 20 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, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160. 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 TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Chrysler | Alvis |
| Model | 160 | TD |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
