1956 AC Aceca vs. 1949 Alvis TA 14
To start off, 1956 AC Aceca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca.
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:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1949 Alvis TA 14 | |
| Make | AC | Alvis |
| Model | Aceca | TA 14 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
