2002 Lada 110 vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 2002 Lada 110 is newer by 43 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 47 more horse power than 2002 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 405 kg more than 2002 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Lada 110, 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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 110. 1959 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada 110 has manual transmission. 2002 Lada 110 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:
| 2002 Lada 110 | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Lada | Alvis |
| Model | 110 | TD |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
