1957 Abarth Renault vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth Renault 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 1957 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Abarth Renault weights approximately 217 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth Renault | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
| Make | Abarth | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Renault | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
