1950 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1950 Alvis TB 14

To start off, both 1950 Alvis TA 14 and 1950 Alvis TB 14 were released in the same year (1950). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1950 Alvis TA 14 and 1950 Alvis TB 14 are equipped with a 1,892 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alvis TB 14 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alvis TB 14 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1950 Alvis TA 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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:

1950 Alvis TA 14 1950 Alvis TB 14
Make Alvis Alvis
Model TA 14 TB 14
Year Released 1950 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1892 cc 1892 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 64 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2750 mm


 

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