1950 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1971 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1971 Toyota Carina is newer by 21 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, 1971 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1971 Toyota Carina.
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 | 1971 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TB 14 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
