1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1970 AMC Gremlin
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 22 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
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 | 1970 AMC Gremlin | |
| Make | Alvis | AMC |
| Model | TB 14 | Gremlin |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| 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 | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
