1959 Alvis TD vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 29 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 8 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 405 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440. 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, 1988 Volvo 440, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TD | 440 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
