1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 46 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, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 802 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, 2005 Honda Stream, 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2005 Honda Stream | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
Model | Zeta | Stream |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |