2007 Honda Civic vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 39 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 826 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
