1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Sprinter (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 473 kg more than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TA 21 | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TA 21 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
