1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 57 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2300 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 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 157 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300.
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 | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Alvis | Mazda |
| Model | TB 14 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
