1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1988 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1988 Ford RS 200 is newer by 39 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, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 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 235 kg more than 1988 Ford RS 200.
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 | 1988 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TB 14 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
