1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
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 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2005 Lancia Phedra (264 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Lancia |
| Model | Zeta | Phedra |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1773 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
