1974 Ford Capri vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen 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) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 121 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 TVR Vixen (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Capri | Vixen |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 87 HP |
Torque | 91 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |