1959 Alvis TD vs. 1998 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 39 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, 1998 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Breeze.
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, 1998 Plymouth Breeze, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1998 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Alvis | Plymouth |
Model | TD | Breeze |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |