1959 Alvis TD vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 26 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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 513 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Alvis | Mazda |
| Model | TD | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
