1958 Alvis TD vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 52 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1958 Alvis TD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TD | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
