1996 TVR Cerbera vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Cerbera 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 208 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1996 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1996 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 1996 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30, 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, 1996 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 TVR Cerbera | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | TVR | Hyundai |
| Model | Cerbera | i30 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
