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TVR Vixen S2 1969

General information

ModelTVR Vixen S2
Year1969
Rating51.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1599 ccm (97.57 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1599 ccm (97.57 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power89.9 PS (66 kW or 89 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque130.00 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 77.6 mm (3.2 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
0-50 miles7.4 seconds
0-60 miles10.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1222 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3710 litres (980 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (370.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight738 kg (1,627.0 pounds)
Overall length3690 mm (145.3 inches)
Overall width1630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2290 mm (90.2 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)
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