1987 Citroen AX vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 49 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta 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 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, 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, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
Model | AX | Zeta |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |