1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S
To start off, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S weights approximately 27 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. 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, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 40 | 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | |
Make | Austin | Fairthorpe |
Model | A 40 | TX-S |
Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |