1963 Simca 1500 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 104 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca 1500 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Simca | TVR |
| Model | 1500 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
