1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 45 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 24 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 611 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
Model | Zeta | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |