1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 33 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica 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 339 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
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 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TB 14 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
