1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1964 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 624 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, 1964 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 1964 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Lancia |
| Model | TX-GT | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 42 L |
