1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1948 Alvis TB 14
To start off, 1959 Abarth 2200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alvis TB 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alvis TB 14 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
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:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1948 Alvis TB 14 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alvis |
| Model | 2200 | TB 14 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
