1984 Toyota Model F vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F is newer by 25 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 30 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F. 1959 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Model F 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:
1984 Toyota Model F | 1959 Alvis TD | |
Make | Toyota | Alvis |
Model | Model F | TD |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2840 mm |