1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1949 Alvis TA 14
To start off, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Alvis TA 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Alvis TA 14 (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Alvis TA 14 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 862 kg more than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. 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:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1949 Alvis TA 14 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alvis |
| Model | Mono 1000 | TA 14 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
