1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 17 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 4 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Regata. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 184 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, 1985 Fiat Regata, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
| Model | TX-GT | Regata |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
