1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 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 68 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Wartburg |
Model | TX-GT | 312 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |