2009 Honda Insight vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight.
Because 1994 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 1994 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight, 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Insight | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
