1949 Alvis TB 14 vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 55 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, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 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 545 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4.
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 | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Alvis | Morgan |
Model | TB 14 | 4 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |