1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2004 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2004 MCC Crossblade 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) has 68 more horse power than 2004 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC Crossblade weights approximately 67 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
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, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2004 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | MCC |
| Model | Zeta | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1810 mm |
