1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 49 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) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 307 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, 2008 Fiat 500, 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, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
Model | Zeta | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 54 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |