1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1958 Alvis TD is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alvis TB 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alvis TB 14 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD.
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 TB 14 | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Alvis | Alvis |
| Model | TB 14 | TD |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
