1958 Alvis TD vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 41 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 54 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Alvis | Suzuki |
| Model | TD | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
