1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Hyundai |
Model | Zeta | Tucson |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |