1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 20 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Because 1967 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 1967 TVR Vixen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1967 TVR Vixen (125 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 1967 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Festiva | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2290 mm |
