1945 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1966 Seat 1500
To start off, 1966 Seat 1500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Alvis TA 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1945 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1945 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1966 Seat 1500.
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 Alvis TA 14 | 1966 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Alvis | Seat |
| Model | TA 14 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
