1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1949 Alvis TB 14
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alvis TB 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alvis TB 14 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1949 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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.
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1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1949 Alvis TB 14 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
Model | Alfetta | TB 14 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1892 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 110 mm |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |