1959 Alvis TD vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 53 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alvis TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD. 2012 Audi Q3 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. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Alvis | Audi |
| Model | TD | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
