1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1948 Alvis TB 14
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 20 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 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 885 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1948 Alvis TB 14 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alvis |
| Model | 1300 | TB 14 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2750 mm |
