1975 Honda Life vs. 2001 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2001 TVR Cerbera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life 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 316 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 635 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Life, 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, 2001 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Life | 2001 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Life | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2580 mm |