1959 Alvis TD vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 261 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
Model | TD | Polo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |