1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 26 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 34 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 387 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mazda |
Model | Zeta | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |