1959 Alvis TD vs. 1992 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 33 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 9 more horse power than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1992 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Alvis | Ford |
Model | TD | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |