1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 12 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 392 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 2006 Suzuki Reno 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, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
| Model | Zeta | Reno |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
