1981 Honda Civic vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six weights approximately 315 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six 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 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Civic | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Civic | Tuscan Speed Six |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1333 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |