1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1985 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol 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, 1985 Nissan Patrol 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, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
| Model | Zeta | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2980 mm |
