1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1948 Simca 11
To start off, both 1948 Alvis TB 14 and 1948 Simca 11 were released in the same year (1948). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Alvis TB 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Alvis TB 14 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1948 Simca 11. (60 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alvis TB 14 should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1948 Simca 11. 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 TB 14 | 1948 Simca 11 | |
| Make | Alvis | Simca |
| Model | TB 14 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2250 mm |
