1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster 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 76 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 479 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Triumph |
Model | Zeta | Roadster |
Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |