1959 Alvis TD vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 15 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 440 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD. 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba 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. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Alvis | Chrysler |
| Model | TD | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2930 mm |
