1981 Honda Civic vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1981 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Vixen (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Civic weights approximately 47 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Because 1969 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 1969 TVR Vixen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1969 TVR Vixen (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 738 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 | 68 L |
