1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 10 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 75 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 242 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 | 1969 Ford Capri | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
Model | Zeta | Capri |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |