1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 9 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 47 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 275 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1959 Alvis TD | |
Make | Mazda | Alvis |
Model | Luce | TD |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |