2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 246 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Because 1968 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 1968 TVR Vixen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | Xsara | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
