1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 52 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Picanto weights approximately 479 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, 2012 Kia Picanto, 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, 2012 Kia Picanto (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Kia |
Model | Electrina | Picanto |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2380 mm |