1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is newer by 10 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 705 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 1959 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | Coupe | TD |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
