1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
| Model | Zeta | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
