2008 Nissan Primera vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 50 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 2 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera, 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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Nissan | Alvis |
| Model | Primera | TD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
