1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cedric is newer by 23 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, 1974 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TA 21 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
