1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 51 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 80 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 385 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, 2010 Hyundai Atos, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos. 2010 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta has manual transmission. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Hyundai |
Model | Zeta | Atos |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |