2009 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1967 Alvis TF 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 1967 Alvis TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Honda | Alvis |
| Model | Accord | TF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
