1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 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 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 390 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
Model | Electrina | Corolla |
Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2440 mm |