1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 30 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1207 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. 1989 GMC Jimmy 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. 1989 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Fairthorpe | GMC |
Model | Zeta | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |