2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 192 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.
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 Opel Corsa, 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, 1968 TVR Vixen (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Corsa | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 65 L |
