1948 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 198 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:
| 1948 Alvis TA 14 | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TA 14 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
