1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 33 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 52 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 18 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Smart |
| Model | TX-S | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 67 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 1820 mm |
