1987 Citroen BX vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 388 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 1957 Fairthorpe Electron 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 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
| Model | BX | Electron |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66.7 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 | 930 kg | 542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
