1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 22 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. Both 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT and 1990 Holden Apollo are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Apollo weights approximately 389 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.
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, 1990 Holden Apollo, 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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo 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 | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Holden |
Model | TX-GT | Apollo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2610 mm |