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 |