1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1011 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, 2009 Honda CR-V, 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. 2009 Honda CR-V 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. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
Model | Electrina | CR-V |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2630 mm |