1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1969 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1969 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 10 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 86 more horse power than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1969 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Subaru FF-1 weights approximately 22 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, 1969 Subaru FF-1, 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1969 Subaru FF-1 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Subaru |
Model | Zeta | FF-1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |