1996 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 37 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, 1996 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Audi A4.
Because 1959 Alvis TD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Audi | Alvis |
| Model | A4 | TD |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
