1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 21 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 94 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 will offer significantly more control. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
Model | Zeta | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2040 mm |