1988 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 1988 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 29 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 747 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler New Yorker, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler New Yorker | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fairthorpe |
| Model | New Yorker | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
