1945 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1976 Porsche 912 is newer by 31 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1945 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 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 307 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912.
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 | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Alvis | Porsche |
| Model | TA 14 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2220 mm |
