1986 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 174 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
Because 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT 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 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX, 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, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
| Model | BX | TX-GT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |
