1998 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 40 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 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD.
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, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 1958 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace 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:
1998 Toyota Hi-Ace | 1958 Alvis TD | |
Make | Toyota | Alvis |
Model | Hi-Ace | TD |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |