1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT
To start off, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 1300 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
Because 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT 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 Fairthorpe TX-GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, 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 Fairthorpe TX-GT (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | |
| Make | Austin | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 1300 | TX-GT |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 44 L |
