1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1993 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Sunny (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1950 Alvis TA 21 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 1950 Alvis TA 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1950 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alvis TA 21 | 1993 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Alvis | Nissan |
Model | TA 21 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |