2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1142 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 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Town & Country (285 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
Make | Chrysler | Fairthorpe |
Model | Town & Country | Zeta |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2230 mm |