1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 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 63 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S.
Because 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Wartburg 311, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Wartburg |
| Model | TX-S | 311 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 43 L |
