1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 52 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 103 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta weights approximately 73 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Tata |
| Model | Zeta | Nano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2230 mm |
