1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (231 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1135 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 Pathfinder (363 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
| Model | Zeta | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
