1980 Honda Civic vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1980 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 TVR Vixen weights approximately 79 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 TVR Vixen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Civic, 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, 1968 TVR Vixen (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
