1949 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1968 Austin 3-Litre
To start off, 1968 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 19 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 68 kg more than 1949 Alvis TA 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alvis TA 14 | 1968 Austin 3-Litre | |
| Make | Alvis | Austin |
| Model | TA 14 | 3-Litre |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2940 mm |
