1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift is newer by 48 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 47 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 462 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 2007 Suzuki Swift 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, 2007 Suzuki Swift 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
| Model | Zeta | Swift |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 167 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 | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
