1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1949 Alvis TB 14
To start off, 1984 Alpine A 310 is newer by 35 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1949 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 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 535 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310.
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:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 1949 Alvis TB 14 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alvis |
| Model | A 310 | TB 14 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
