1949 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1960 Fiat 1200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Alvis TA 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Alvis TA 14 (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Alvis TA 14 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 517 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alvis TA 14 | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Alvis | Fiat |
| Model | TA 14 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
