1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (164 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 697 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (210 Nm). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zeta | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
