1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 1966 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet 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 50 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 103 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
Model | TX-S | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 37 L |