1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 39 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 413 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alvis | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TA 21 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
