1959 Alvis TD vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1959 Alvis TD is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 17 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 425 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
Make | Alvis | Alfa Romeo |
Model | TD | 1900 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1883 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 140 Nm |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |