1963 AC Aceca vs. 1948 Alvis TB 14
To start off, 1963 AC Aceca is newer by 15 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Aceca 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 621 kg more than 1963 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:
| 1963 AC Aceca | 1948 Alvis TB 14 | |
| Make | AC | Alvis |
| Model | Aceca | TB 14 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1948 |
| 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 | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
