1959 Alvis TD vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 43 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, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
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, 2002 Seat Leon, 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Alvis | Seat |
| Model | TD | Leon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
