1959 Alvis TD vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 136 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
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 Nissan Cube, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TD | Cube |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
