1959 Alvis TD vs. 2005 Honda That
To start off, 2005 Honda That is newer by 46 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 66 more horse power than 2005 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda That 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, 2005 Honda That 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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That. 2005 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1959 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1959 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2005 Honda That | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TD | That |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
