1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 737 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Renault |
Model | Zeta | Clio |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |