1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 50 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, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 387 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21. 2001 Nissan MM 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. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TA 21 | MM |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |
