1959 Alvis TD vs. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 30 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
| Model | TD | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
