1959 Alvis TD vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 45 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 624 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 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (332 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Alvis | Chrysler |
Model | TD | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 332 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |