1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1991 Fiat Cinquecento
To start off, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 32 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 97 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Cinquecento weights approximately 4 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, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento, 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) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
| Model | Zeta | Cinquecento |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
