1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort 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 26 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 457 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 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 1996 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta has manual transmission. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
| Model | Zeta | Escort |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
