1959 Alvis TD vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1970 Honda Z is newer by 11 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 80 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 900 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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, 1970 Honda Z, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z. 1970 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 1959 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1959 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TD | Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
