1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1505 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 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari 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 Safari | |
Make | Fairthorpe | GMC |
Model | Electrina | Safari |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 69 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2830 mm |