1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 11 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 280 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Lancia | TVR |
| Model | Beta | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
