1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1992 Lancia Thema is newer by 33 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 22 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 707 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, 1992 Lancia Thema, 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, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1992 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Lancia |
Model | Zeta | Thema |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |