1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 15 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 418 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | 2000 | TD |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
