1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 1976 Datsun Violet is newer by 17 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) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun Violet weights approximately 272 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (120 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
| Make | Datsun | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Violet | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
