2004 TVR Cerbera vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2004 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 2004 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 TVR Cerbera | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | TVR | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cerbera | 146 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
