1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 30 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, 1998 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Morgan 4 weights approximately 154 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan 4 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 | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Morgan |
Model | TX-GT | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |