1959 Alvis TD vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 44 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 295 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alvis TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TD | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3270 mm |
