1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1830 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Fairthorpe Electrina 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Fairthorpe Toyota
Model Electrina Land Cruiser
Year Released 1960 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 4477 cc
Horse Power 49 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 388 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 450 kg 2280 kg
Wheelbase Size 2090 mm 2680 mm


 

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