1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 38 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fairthorpe |
Model | 145 | Zeta |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |