1992 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 23 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 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 41 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 143 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, 1992 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, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | |
| Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
| Model | BX | TX-S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 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 | 930 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |
