1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2001 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 41 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 440 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 2001 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. 2001 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina has manual transmission. 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 2001 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Daihatsu |
| Model | Electrina | YRV |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2360 mm |
