1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1999 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 45 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, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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 288 kg more than 1999 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TA 21 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
