1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1962 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1962 Simca Plein Ceil is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. In terms of performance, 1962 Simca Plein Ceil (56 HP @ 200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Simca Plein Ceil should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Plein Ceil weights approximately 610 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1962 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Simca |
| Model | Electron | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
