1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 1992 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Justy is newer by 32 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 1,189 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Justy (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Justy weights approximately 310 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, 1992 Subaru Justy, 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, 1992 Subaru Justy (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 1992 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Subaru |
| Model | Electrina | Justy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2290 mm |
