1958 Alvis TD vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1971 Land Rover Serie II is newer by 13 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) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alvis TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Alvis | Land Rover |
| Model | TD | Serie II |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
