2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 48 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 277 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1958 Alvis TD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Toyota | Alvis |
| Model | Corolla | TD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
