1996 TVR Cerbera vs. 1978 Zastava 132
To start off, 1996 TVR Cerbera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 33 kg more than 1978 Zastava 132. 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, 1996 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 TVR Cerbera | 1978 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | TVR | Zastava |
| Model | Cerbera | 132 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
