1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 1998 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1998 Fiat Scudo is newer by 38 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 585 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, 1998 Fiat Scudo, 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, 1998 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 1998 Fiat Scudo | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
Model | Electrina | Scudo |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |