1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1601 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
| Model | Zeta | Armada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3140 mm |
