1948 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 60 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 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Alvis TA 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 282 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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.
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1948 Alvis TA 14 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alvis | Mazda |
Model | TA 14 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |