1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (140 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (112 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 643 kg more than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Buick Century (250 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (160 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Century 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 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Buick |
| Model | TX-S | Century |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |
