1959 Alvis TD vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX. 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, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TD | RunX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 190 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 | 1134 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
