1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2000 Honda Passport
To start off, 2000 Honda Passport is newer by 41 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Passport should accelerate faster 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, 2000 Honda Passport, 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, 2000 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. 2000 Honda Passport 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. 2000 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2000 Honda Passport | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
Model | Zeta | Passport |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 256 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |