2010 Scion tC vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 51 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, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD.
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, 2010 Scion tC, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Scion tC | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Scion | Alvis |
| Model | tC | TD |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
