1973 Honda Civic vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Civic | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |