1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (138 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 847 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass (306 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta has manual transmission. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Zeta | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
