1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
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 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 653 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Lancia |
| Model | TX-S | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 42 L |
