1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 50 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 64 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 492 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
| Model | Zeta | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
