1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 188 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
| Model | TX-S | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 40 L |
