1959 Alvis TD vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice 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, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice.
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 Kia Joice, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2000 Kia Joice | |
Make | Alvis | Kia |
Model | TD | Joice |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |