1970 Nissan Laurel vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1970 Nissan Laurel is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Laurel | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Nissan | Alvis |
| Model | Laurel | TD |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
