1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 42 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 665 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, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. 2002 Toyota Corolla 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. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Electrina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2610 mm |
