1959 Alvis TD vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1995 Nissan Almera is newer by 36 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, 1995 Nissan Almera (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 273 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera.
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, 1995 Nissan Almera, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TD | Almera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
