1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 28 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 20 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 TVR Vixen (125 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (95 Nm). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | Saxo | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
