1948 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 53 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000.
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 | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TA 14 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
