1970 TVR Vixen vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 715 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 TVR Vixen 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 1970 TVR Vixen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage, 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 TVR Vixen | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | TVR | Kia |
| Model | Vixen | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
