1949 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1999 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan 4 is newer by 50 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, 1999 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1999 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:
| 1949 Alvis TA 14 | 1999 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Alvis | Morgan |
| Model | TA 14 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| 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 | 64 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
