1946 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 1970 Honda S800 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Alvis TA 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1946 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1946 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 712 kg more than 1970 Honda S800.
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:
| 1946 Alvis TA 14 | 1970 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TA 14 | S800 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
