1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 49 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 62 kg more than 1951 Alvis TA 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Alvis TA 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable, 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1951 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1951 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Alvis | Mercury |
| Model | TA 21 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
