1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1948 Alvis TA 14
To start off, 1948 Alvis TA 14 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 78 kg more than 1948 Alvis TA 14. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1948 Alvis TA 14 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | 6C | TA 14 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
