1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Golf 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 11 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (127 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 287 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, 1985 Volkswagen Golf, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
Model | Zeta | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |