1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 23 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 59 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Express weights approximately 4 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, 1991 Renault Express, 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Renault |
| Model | TX-GT | Express |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |
