1959 Alvis TD vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 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 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alvis | Renault |
| Model | TD | 25 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
