1959 Alvis TD vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny 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, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TD | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
