1960 Austin 7 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1968 TVR Vixen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 TVR Vixen weights approximately 254 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 TVR Vixen (126 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | 7 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 65 L |
