1958 Alvis TD vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 32 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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 125 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Alvis | Mazda |
| Model | TD | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
