1950 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alvis TA 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
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 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Alvis | Smart |
| Model | TA 14 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1820 mm |
