1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 693 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TA 21 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
