1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1967 Toyota Crown is newer by 18 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 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown 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 260 kg more than 1967 Toyota Crown.
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 | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TB 14 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
