1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 25 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 484 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 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 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 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Peugeot |
| Model | TX-GT | 405 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
