1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 13 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Biscayne | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2230 mm |
