1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1963 Nissan Cedric is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Alvis | Nissan |
Model | TA 21 | Cedric |
Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |