1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1948 Alvis TB 14
To start off, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is newer by 12 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 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Alvis TB 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Alvis TB 14 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alvis TB 14 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 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:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1948 Alvis TB 14 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alvis |
| Model | Spider Riviera | TB 14 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
| 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 | 610 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
