1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1967 Tatra T603
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 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Tatra T603 weights approximately 654 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, 1967 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Tatra T603 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 | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Tatra |
Model | TX-GT | T603 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |