2004 AC Aceca vs. 1946 Alvis TA 14
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 58 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1946 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1946 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 88 kg more than 1946 Alvis TA 14. 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:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1946 Alvis TA 14 | |
| Make | AC | Alvis |
| Model | Aceca | TA 14 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
