1950 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 55 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 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 94 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000.
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 | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TA 14 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 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 | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
