2010 Ford E-150 vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 52 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 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 97 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.
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, 2010 Ford E-150, 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, 2010 Ford E-150 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford E-150 | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Ford | Alvis |
| Model | E-150 | TD |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1522 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
