1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 35 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Alvis | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TA 21 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
