1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 42 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, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 992 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 2001 Opel Omega 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. 2001 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Opel |
Model | Zeta | Omega |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |