1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2006 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2006 Suzuki SX4 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 20 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 782 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 2006 Suzuki SX4 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 SX4 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, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki SX4 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 SX4 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
| Model | Zeta | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
