1958 Alvis TD vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 1970 Seat 124 is newer by 12 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 52 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 489 kg more than 1970 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alvis | Seat |
| Model | TD | 124 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
