1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 36 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 29 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 561 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
Model | Xantia | Zeta |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |