1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1561 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mercury |
Model | Electrina | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 69 Nm | 345 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2920 mm |