1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Publica weights approximately 234 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Electrina | Publica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2170 mm |
