2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 49 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 51 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
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, 2008 Citroen C3, 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, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
| Model | C3 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
