1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1985 Subaru 1.8 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 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 32 more horse power than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 1985 Subaru 1.8 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 Subaru 1.8 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Subaru |
| Model | Zeta | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
