1959 Alvis TD vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace 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 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 687 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
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 Renault Espace, 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD. 1995 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1959 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1959 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alvis | Renault |
| Model | TD | Espace |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
