1959 Alvis TD vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 60 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TD | Prius |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| 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 | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| 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 | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
