1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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 40 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 272 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
| Model | Zeta | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
