1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1968 TVR Vixen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair 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 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Corsair weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 TVR Vixen (125 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Corsair | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
