1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 53 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 907 kg more than 1954 Alvis TA 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Alvis | Nissan |
Model | TA 21 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 135 L |