1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza is newer by 42 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 75 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 417 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, 2001 Seat Ibiza, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Seat |
| Model | Zeta | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
