1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Alvis TB 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 368 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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.
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1948 Alvis TB 14 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alvis | Mazda |
Model | TB 14 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |