1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA 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 33 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG MGA weights approximately 84 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
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, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 1957 MG MGA | |
Make | Fairthorpe | MG |
Model | TX-GT | MGA |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2390 mm |