1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 53 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1866 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Chevrolet |
Model | Zeta | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2946 mm |