1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TC 21 | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TC 21 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
