1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1750 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina has manual transmission. 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Land Rover |
Model | Electrina | Discovery |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2495 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2550 mm |