2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 41 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 20 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 857 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Dakota | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
Make | Dodge | Fairthorpe |
Model | Dakota | Zeta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2230 mm |