1959 Alvis TD vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 47 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 260 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 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Alvis | Hyundai |
| Model | TD | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
