1996 Kia Capital vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital 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, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 565 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Capital | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Capital | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
