1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 39 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 693 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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mazda |
| Model | TX-S | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 82 L |
