2000 Seat Salsa vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 4 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 99 more horse power than 2000 Seat Salsa. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Salsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 442 kg more than 1996 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 1996 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1996 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Salsa | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Seat | TVR |
Model | Salsa | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |