1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1988 Ford Taurus is newer by 29 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 49 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 727 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, 1988 Ford Taurus, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
Model | Zeta | Taurus |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |