2002 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 44 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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 240 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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Omega | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Alvis |
| Model | Omega | TD |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
