1959 Alvis TD vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 51 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 485 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2010 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Alvis | Fiat |
Model | TD | Ducato |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |