1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2005 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 45 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1725 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Fairthorpe Electrina 2005 GMC Envoy
Make Fairthorpe GMC
Model Electrina Envoy
Year Released 1960 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 275 HP
Torque 69 Nm 373 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 450 kg 2175 kg
Vehicle Length 3740 mm 5300 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2090 mm 3280 mm


 

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