1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1968 Volvo 145 is newer by 19 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 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Alvis TB 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 145 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 225 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145.
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 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volvo |
| Model | TB 14 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
