1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 47 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 27 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1208 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Hyundai |
Model | Zeta | Trajet |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
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 | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2840 mm |