1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 14 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 20 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-2 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mazda |
Model | Zeta | RX-2 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |