1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 22 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 867 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. 1981 Avanti Avanti 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. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | |
Make | Avanti | Fairthorpe |
Model | Avanti | Zeta |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |