1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1945 Alvis TA 14
To start off, 1957 Abarth 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Alvis TA 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Alvis TA 14 (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1945 Alvis TA 14 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 979 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1945 Alvis TA 14 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alvis |
| Model | 500 | TA 14 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 110 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
