1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 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 635 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4.
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 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Alvis | Morgan |
| Model | TB 14 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
