1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1977 Lancia Beta

To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 18 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 56 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 352 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, 1977 Lancia Beta, 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fairthorpe Zeta 1977 Lancia Beta
Make Fairthorpe Lancia
Model Zeta Beta
Year Released 1959 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2553 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 71.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.9:1
Top Speed 209 km/hour 164 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 673 kg 1025 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2480 mm


 

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