1959 Alvis TD vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 31 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, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 387 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 1990 Honda Civic, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TD | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
