1978 Holden GTS vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1978 Holden GTS 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD. 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 1958 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1978 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1978 Holden GTS 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:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Holden | Alvis |
| Model | GTS | TD |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
