1960 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S
To start off, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS 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 38 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 338 kg more than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S.
Because 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | |
| Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
| Model | DS | TX-S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
