1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
Model | TX-S | 1500 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2350 mm |