1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 673 kg more than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S.
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, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | GAZ |
| Model | TX-S | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
