1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 57 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 50 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Because 1954 Alvis TA 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Alvis TA 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima 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 | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Alvis | Nissan |
Model | TA 21 | Altima |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |