1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1954 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Isuzu Minx 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 101 more horse power than 1954 Isuzu Minx. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1954 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 287 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:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1954 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Isuzu |
| Model | Zeta | Minx |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
