2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1077 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
Model | Corvette | Zeta |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |