1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 868 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
Model | Electrina | Golf |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2580 mm |