1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2001 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2001 TVR Cerbera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2001 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Corolla | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
