1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 318 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. 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 (525 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Kadett | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
