1988 Honda Civic vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Because 1970 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 1970 TVR Vixen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1970 TVR Vixen (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
