1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1975 Audi Fox is newer by 16 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 28 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (110 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi Fox weights approximately 239 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, 1975 Audi Fox, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1975 Audi Fox | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Audi |
Model | Zeta | Fox |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
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 | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |