1982 Toyota Starlet vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1982 Toyota Starlet is newer by 14 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 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 TVR Vixen weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 TVR Vixen (125 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Starlet | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Starlet | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
