1959 Alvis TD vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alvis | Subaru |
Model | TD | Impreza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |