1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 16 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 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 125 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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 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 | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mazda |
Model | TX-S | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |