1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S 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 68 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S weights approximately 103 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
| Model | TX-S | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2340 mm |
