1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 712 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Subaru |
Model | Zeta | Impreza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2619 mm |