1959 Alvis TD vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD.
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, 2012 Mazda 5, 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Alvis | Mazda |
Model | TD | 5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |