1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2003 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Commander is newer by 44 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 76 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 697 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander 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, 2003 Mahindra Commander 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2003 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mahindra |
| Model | Zeta | Commander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2690 mm |
