1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1946 Alvis TA 14
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 19 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1946 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1946 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1946 Alvis TA 14 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | Giulia | TA 14 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
