1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 54 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 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 645 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
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 | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Alvis | Vauxhall |
| Model | TB 14 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
