1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 1989 Mini MK V
To start off, 1989 Mini MK V is newer by 29 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mini MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina should accelerate faster than 1989 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mini MK V weights approximately 180 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
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, 1989 Mini MK V, 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, 1989 Mini MK V (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Mini MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 1989 Mini MK V | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mini |
Model | Electrina | MK V |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2040 mm |