1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 1986 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 17 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, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 497 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza 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 | 1986 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Isuzu |
| Model | TX-S | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
