1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1978 Holden Sunbird 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 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 16 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 373 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Holden |
| Model | TX-S | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |
