1959 Alvis TD vs. 1972 Volvo 145
To start off, 1972 Volvo 145 is newer by 13 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 15 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Volvo 145. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1972 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Alvis | Volvo |
Model | TD | 145 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |