1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 2004 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 56 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Chairman (151 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 30 kg more than 1948 Alvis TB 14. 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. 2004 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1948 Alvis TB 14 has manual transmission. 1948 Alvis TB 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Alvis TB 14 | 2004 Daewoo Chairman | |
| Make | Alvis | Daewoo |
| Model | TB 14 | Chairman |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
