1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 784 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 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 | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
| Model | TX-GT | 130 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
