1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 44 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 23 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 469 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
Because 2012 Lada Niva 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, 2012 Lada Niva 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, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Lada |
| Model | TX-GT | Niva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |
