1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 39 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 49 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 377 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fairthorpe |
Model | Terios | Zeta |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |