2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1968 TVR Vixen

To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 TVR Vixen weights approximately 184 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 TVR Vixen (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2000 MCC ForTwo 1968 TVR Vixen
Make MCC TVR
Model ForTwo Vixen
Year Released 2000 1968
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 597 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 864 kg
Vehicle Length 2510 mm 3690 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 1810 mm 2290 mm


 

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