1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1965 Renault 10
To start off, 1965 Renault 10 is newer by 17 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 25 more horse power than 1965 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alvis TB 14 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1965 Renault 10. 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 | 1965 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Alvis | Renault |
| Model | TB 14 | 10 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
