1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1984 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 25 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 4 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 387 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, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe. 1984 Audi Coupe 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. 1984 Audi Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1984 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Audi |
| Model | Zeta | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
