1959 Alvis TD vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 34 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, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TD | Serena |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
