1959 Alvis TD vs. 2000 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2000 Ford Galaxy is newer by 41 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 4 more horse power than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD.
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, 2000 Ford Galaxy, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2000 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TD | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
