1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1986 Ford Escort

To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 27 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 79 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 237 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.

Because 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fairthorpe Zeta 1986 Ford Escort
Make Fairthorpe Ford
Model Zeta Escort
Year Released 1959 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2553 cc 1751 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 21.5:1
Top Speed 209 km/hour 151 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 673 kg 910 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2520 mm


 

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