1950 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1999 Honda S2000
To start off, 1999 Honda S2000 is newer by 49 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 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 250 kg more than 1999 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 TB 14 | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TB 14 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
