1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 25 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) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
| Model | Zeta | Escort |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
