1959 Alvis TD vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD. 2010 Nissan Titan 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. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TD | Titan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |
