1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1948 Alvis TA 14
To start off, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1948 Alvis TA 14 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | 1900 | TA 14 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
