1953 Alvis TC vs. 1986 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1986 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alvis TC (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 555 kg more than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Alvis TC 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 1953 Alvis TC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1953 Alvis TC (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1986 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TC | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
