1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 50 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 876 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Chevrolet |
Model | Electrina | Nubira |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2610 mm |