1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2001 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2001 TVR Cerbera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 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 284 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Corolla | 2001 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Corolla | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |