2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 713 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (454 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (160 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Camaro | TX-S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Top Speed | 252 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 44 L |
