1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 36 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1472 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.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Suburban | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2230 mm |
