1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1394 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 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
| Model | TX-GT | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.9 mm |
| 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 | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 100 L |
