1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 19 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 47 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT weights approximately 36 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
Model | TX-GT | Festiva |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2300 mm |