1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1950 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 620 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1950 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1950 Jeep CJ3A | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Jeep |
Model | Electron | CJ3A |
Year Released | 1960 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |