1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, both 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT and 1968 Lotus Elan were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT 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. 1968 Lotus Elan weights approximately 4 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Lotus |
| Model | TX-GT | Elan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| 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 | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 59 L |
