1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1996 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 37 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 9 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 387 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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1996 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
Model | Zeta | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2280 mm |