1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1946 Alvis TA 14
To start off, 1962 Alpine A 108 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Alvis TA 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Alvis TA 14 (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Alvis TA 14 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 827 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. 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:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1946 Alvis TA 14 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alvis |
| Model | A 108 | TA 14 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 595 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2750 mm |
