1950 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1957 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1957 Moretti 1200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TB 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TB 14 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alvis TB 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alvis TB 14 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alvis TB 14 should accelerate faster than 1957 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 531 kg more than 1957 Moretti 1200. 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 TB 14 | 1957 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Alvis | Moretti |
| Model | TB 14 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
