1959 Alvis TD vs. 1968 Simca 1100
To start off, 1968 Simca 1100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD 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 60 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 475 kg more than 1968 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1100, 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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1968 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Alvis | Simca |
| Model | TD | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
