1959 Alvis TD vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 19 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 17 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 387 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. 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, 1978 Lancia Beta, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alvis | Lancia |
| Model | TD | Beta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
