1958 Alvis TD vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1974 Seat 131 is newer by 16 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 42 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 450 kg more than 1974 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131. 1974 Seat 131 has automatic transmission and 1958 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1958 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Seat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Alvis | Seat |
| Model | TD | 131 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
