1959 Alvis TD vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 54 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 240 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alvis | Mini |
| Model | TD | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
