1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 12 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Jeep |
| Model | Zeta | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |
