1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia 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, 2009 Opel Insignia 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. 2009 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Opel |
Model | Electrina | Insignia |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2737 mm |