1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2007 Renault Scenic

To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic is newer by 47 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Scenic (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 940 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, 2007 Renault Scenic, 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, 2007 Renault Scenic (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Fairthorpe Electrina 2007 Renault Scenic
Make Fairthorpe Renault
Model Electrina Scenic
Year Released 1960 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 450 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 3740 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2090 mm 2690 mm


 

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