1959 Alvis TD vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 8 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda Familia, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Alvis | Mazda |
Model | TD | Familia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |