2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 36 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 38 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 293 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | |
| Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Xsara | TX-S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 44 L |
