1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1964 MG MGC
To start off, 1964 MG MGC is newer by 5 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 MG MGC (149 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 MG MGC should accelerate faster 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1964 MG MGC | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | MG |
| Model | Zeta | MGC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
