1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1972 Renault 12
To start off, 1972 Renault 12 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 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 51 more horse power than 1972 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 12 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
Because 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 1972 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Renault |
| Model | TX-GT | 12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 56 L |
