1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 43 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 887 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mitsubishi |
Model | Zeta | Diamante |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |