1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1957 Fiat 1200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alvis TB 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alvis TB 14 would be higher. 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 10 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alvis TB 14 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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 | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Alvis | Fiat |
| Model | TB 14 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
