1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 41 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 34 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alvis TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500. 1958 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Mazda | Alvis |
| Model | B2500 | TD |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2840 mm |
