1988 Citroen AX vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 20 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 18 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 TVR Vixen weights approximately 52 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | AX | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
