1991 Citroen BX vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 32 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 67 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen BX weights approximately 257 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, 1991 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, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
| Model | BX | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
