1959 Alvis TD vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 1959 Alvis TD is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 35 kg more than 1950 Rover P4. 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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1950 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alvis | Rover |
Model | TD | P4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |