2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 40 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 568 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, 2009 Citroen C4, 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | |
Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
Model | C4 | TX-S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76 mm |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |